Jamaica has secured the rights to host the first-ever Carifta Gymnastics Championships, scheduled for November 29–30 at the National Indoor Sports Centre in Kingston.

This event marks a significant milestone for Jamaican gymnastics and reflects the sport’s growing prominence in the country. Jamaica was selected to host the championships following the successful staging of the Pan American Hopes tournament last year, which impressed the Pan American Gymnastics Union (PAGU).

Jamaica edged out Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, and the Bahamas, which were also in the running to host the tournament.

President of the Jamaica Gymnastics Association (JAGA), Nicole Grant, is excited as the island gears up to host the inaugural Carifta Gymnastics Championships. She is eager to deliver another exceptional event, emphasizing the country’s capability to host high-level tournaments.

Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, the Bahamas, Bermuda, and the Cayman Islands are already confirmed to participate, with each country bringing about 20–30 athletes at a minimum.

In a move to bolster the technical expertise of Jamaican gymnastics, Grant announced the appointment of Olympian Toni-Ann Williams as Technical Director.

Williams will work alongside her former coach, Mladen Stefanov, who will serve as the head coach for the senior male and female teams.

Before the championships, Jamaica’s athletes will participate in two overseas training camps in Canada and China to fine-tune their techniques and routines. The camp in China is part of a bilateral agreement between the ministries of sports of both countries, while the Canadian camp will provide a four-week intensive preparation for higher-level local gymnasts.